Las Cruces Public Schools names 2026 top educators
Las Cruces Public Schools named its 2026 Teachers and Educational Support Staff of the Year during an April 25 ceremony, recognizing outstanding educators across the district.
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Doña Ana Community College names Kris Gomez as 2025 honorary degree recipient
Doña Ana Community College will honor Kris Gomez with an honorary degree during its May 8 commencement ceremony at the Pan American Center.
Free car seat fitting event in Las Cruces to help parents with safe installation
A free car seat fitting event in Las Cruces will take place May 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Sisbarro Buick-GMC. Certified technicians will inspect child safety seats, offer installation help and provide replacements if needed.
Las Cruces calls for entries for 2025 Electric Light Parade
Registration for the 2025 Electric Light Parade in Las Cruces opens April 28. The parade, themed ‘Las Cruces Unidos,’ is scheduled for July 3.
Doña Ana County District Attorney’s Office completes court-ordered community service
Doña Ana County prosecutors completed more than 100 hours of community service after a court order originally requiring 10 hours.
Las Cruces firefighters assist Doña Ana County with Glass Road fire
Las Cruces firefighters helped Doña Ana County crews contain a mobile home fire on Glass Road as high winds spread flames across nearby properties.
Aliento a Tequila exhibit opens May 2 at Branigan Cultural Center
The Branigan Cultural Center will host Aliento a Tequila, a bilingual photography exhibit opening May 2 that explores the traditional craft of tequila production in Mexico through the lens of Joel Salcido.
Pope Francis dies at 88 following pneumonia complications
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, has died at 88 following complications from pneumonia. His legacy includes a global focus on inclusion, climate action and reform within the Church.
Las Cruces urges hikers to plan ahead as warm-weather season begins
The city’s fire department urges hikers to prepare for changing weather, unexpected emergencies and encounters with wildlife.
